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UNI students enjoy a vibrant college experience living on campus where they are close to classes, award-winning dining, NCAA Division I Athletics, concerts, sport clubs, intramurals, on-campus jobs and student organizations. Options for on-campus living include residence halls and apartments.

From the outstanding Department of Art and award-winning School of Music, to performances at the Strayer-Wood Theatre and state-of-the-art Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, art lovers give UNI a resounding standing ovation.

UNI is home to one of the most successful university athletics programs in the Midwest. Students participate in 17 intercollegiate sports. The nationally recognized Panthers promise thrills and victories whether it’s on the court, field or course. Go Panthers!

Learn how the University Honors Program provides challenging educational, social and leadership opportunities for students. Learn more...

Distance Education

Join more than 2,000 students who take advantage of our online courses, interactive video conferencing and off-campus courses. Learn more...

Transfer Students

If you're ready to take the next step, contact UNI. We make it easy to transfer credits and earn your four-year degree. Learn more...

Colleges and Departments

UNI’s colleges each feature premiere, diverse and rigorous majors, minors and professional programs designed with your success in mind. Learn more...

Schedule of Classes

Find out all you need to know about classes, fees and UNI policies and procedures. Learn more...

Academic Catalog

See class descriptions and get informationabout fees, course requirements and related policies and procedures. Learn more...

Academic Advising

Get help from our dedicated advisers who are committed to your success -- whether it's help with discovering strengths, deciding on a major or preparing for life after college. Learn more...

Academic Calendar

From classes and finals to holidays and graduation schedules, the academic calendar keeps you up-to-date on important academic events and deadlines. Learn more...

Graduate Programs

UNI has more than 50 outstanding graduate programs in a variety of study areas, including business, education, the natural sciences, humanities, fine arts, and the social and behavioral sciences. Learn more...

Who We Are

Welcome to UNI, where you'll have the advantages of a large university on a smaller, friendly campus.

UNI students enjoy a friendly campus featuring 250+ clubs and organizations, a variety of campus living options, award-winning dining, NCAA Division I athletics, intramural sports, the arts and much more.

Nationally recognized for excellence in education, UNI has 90+ majors designed with student success in mind. Learn more...

Academics

Nationally recognized for excellence in education, UNI has 90+ majors designed with student success in mind. Learn more...

Student Life

UNI students enjoy a friendly campus featuring 300+ clubs and organizations, a variety of campus living options, award-winning dining, NCAA Division I athletics, intramural sports and the arts. Learn more...

Tuition & Financial Aid

Consistently ranked among the country’s “best buys” in higher education, UNI wants to help make your education affordable. UNI recently received national recognition for taking steps to help students lower their debt. Learn more...

Nationally recognized for excellence in education, UNI has 90+ majors designed with student success in mind. Learn more...

Financial Aid

Consistently ranked among the country’s “best buys” in higher education, UNI wants to help make your education affordable. UNI recently received national recognition for taking steps to help students lower their debt. Learn more...

Health and Safety

UNI offers a variety of wellness and safety resources for students. Learn more...

Student Life

Learn about the 300+ clubs and organizations and campus life options available to your student. Learn more...

Welcome to the Panther Caucus, a group of alumni, students and friends working to increase public and legislative support for the University of Northern Iowa. Periodic emails will be sent to Panther Caucus members about some of the great things happening at UNI. Sign up for the Panther Caucus mailings.

Home to Iowa’s #1 education program, UNI’s College of Education annually graduates hundreds of dedicated, well-prepared teachers into classrooms around the nation and the world. Nationally recognized for its innovative education programs, the college also includes the School of Health, Physical Education & Leisure Services for those pursuing careers in physical education, athletic and fitness training, health education, recreation services, environmental health, human services and the non-profit sector.

Students gain real-world experiences through hands-on learning both in and outside of the classroom. UNI education graduates have the skills and confidence to launch successful careers after graduation.

College of Business Administration

When it comes to teaching tomorrow’s business leaders, no one prepares students better than UNIBusiness. Our nationally recognized program is led by dedicated faculty focused on student success in the classroom and after graduation.

Through hands-on learning opportunities and specialized programs, UNIBusiness graduates are equipped with the essential business knowledge and professional skills necessary for success in the global marketplace. We also offer opportunities for enhanced personal growth and expanded leadership including internships, professional development and certification programs, involvement in student organizations and community service, and various options and scholarships for studying abroad.

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Welcome to the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, where we promote an understanding of how individuals, societies and cultures contribute to human development.

The college has earned accolades for its diverse programs, some of which include gerontology, criminology, fashion and interior design, sociology, psychology, political science and more. The majors in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences combine the critical thinking skills of a liberal arts education with the problem-solving skills necessary to address the real-world challenges that are confronted by individuals, communities and organizations. A major in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences opens the door to careers that tackle today's problems.

College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences

The College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences (CHAS) offers countless opportunities to get lost, find yourself and ultimately grow as an individual. CHAS consists of fourteen different departments, all of which are exciting, diverse and waiting for students just like you.

Participating in research, study abroad and internships is a key part of an education in CHAS. We also have a variety of student organizations to enhance your college experience and give you a way to easily become involved. Our science majors have the chance to work with faculty members on cutting-edge research. Each year, more than 100 students are involved in exciting and important research projects such as finding cancer-fighting properties in plants, developing new cyber-defense practices and advancing new ideas in fuel-cell technologies. Humanities majors work closely with faculty to conduct research in languages, communication and philosophy that is then presented at conferences or published in academic journals. Majors in the arts, under the mentorship of faculty, have had their work featured in a variety of exhibits and performances across the state and nation. They are always looking for new ways to express themselves and create waves in the world.

Graduate College

Committed to excellence in graduate education, UNI offers more than 50 diverse programs leading to advanced degrees in business, education, the natural sciences, humanities and fine arts, and the social and behavioral sciences. In addition, the Graduate College features doctorate degrees in education and industrial technology.

UNI graduate students enjoy all that a large university offers – an array of programs, technology and learning opportunities – set in the friendly atmosphere of a small college with accessible, caring professors. UNI graduate students are changing Iowa and the world through internships, community service and advanced knowledge in their chosen fields.

Violence Intervention Services provides an array of advocacy services for victims of sexual assault, physical/emotional abuse, stalking and harassment. All services are confidential and free of charge.

If you know a student at risk of suicide, a threat of harm to others, or exhibiting severely disorganized, psychotic or out-of-control behavior, or of an incident involving trauma, such as sexual assault or the death or injury of someone close, contact:

Information on where to find updates on class/university cancellations, snow removal, campus storm shelter locations and road conditions is available on the Severe Weather page.

If you have concerns about unsafe conditions or snow removal in a specific area, contact Ground Services at 319-273-4400 or visit their web site.

Student Health Clinic

The UNI Student Health Clinic specializes in college health. They offer high quality primary and urgent care services provided by Board Certified Family Practice Physicians and Board Certified Physician Assistants. Additional staff includes a pharmacist, nurses, and a lab technologist. They understand today's college students and we are committed to assisting you with your healthcare needs.

Counseling is a confidential discussion between you and your professionally-trained counselor at the UNI Counseling Center about personal, social, or emotional issues. Information shared by you in counseling sessions is confidential and is protected to the full extent of the law.

If you or someone you know is in need of help and we are unavailable, 24 hour help/crisis hotlines are listed on our contacts page.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call UNI Public Safety at (319) 273-2712 immediately.

UNI has a variety of resources to assist students, faculty and staff with disabilities. A good place to learn about the disability resources on campus is www.uni.edu/disability.

Student Disability Issues: (319) 273-2677

Faculty/Staff Disability Issues: (319) 273-6164

Wellness/Recreation Services

Wellness activities, recreation and healthy lifestyle choices are an important part of preventing illness and staying healthy. Wellness and Recreation Services includes the Wellness/ Recreation Center (WRC), a state of the art fitness facility. The WRC houses Wellness and Recreation Services,which offers a variety of recreation, wellness and fitness services and facilities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and also serves as the Title IX Officer:

Leah GutknechtAssistant to the President forCompliance and Equity Management117 Gilchrist(319) 273-2846

Emergency Procedures Tip Sheet

The Emergency Procedures tip sheet provides helpful tips for a variety of emergencies. It is designed to be downloaded, printed and posted in a convenient location.

Gallery of Art

Nowhere are the arts more dynamic than on the UNI campus. Among the many opportunities for art lovers is the spacious and elegant Gallery of Art.

The gallery sponsors nine major art and design exhibitions from across the country.

The Gallery of Art also showcases a variety of smaller auxiliary shows, including the annual UNI faculty and juried student exhibits.

Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

The ability of the arts to influence and transform lives is evident to anyone attending a production at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC), featuring the best Broadway shows, classical musicians, dance companies and national recognized performers.

Located in the heart of the UNI campus, the $23 million center opened in 2000 and is also home to the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony Orchestra, and provides classroom and rehearsal space for UNI music students.

School of Music Events

Located in the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences, the School of Music is regarded as one of the finest music programs in the Midwest and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

With more than 200 concerts and events scheduled each academic year, students, parents, alumni and community members are sure to find a School of Music event that suits their musical taste. Visit the School of Music facilities in the recently renovated, state-of-the-art music building Russell Hall, or the stunning Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.

Strayer-Wood Theatre

As the home of the UNI Department of Theatre's productions, the Strayer-Wood Theatre is a vibrant, fully-equipped theatre building that houses two performance spaces-- the Strayer-Wood Theatre and the Bertha Martin Theatre. The Strayer-Wood Theatre routinely produces four main stage productions annually, in addition to hosting special events, such as the Iowa Thespian Festival, Sturgis Youth Theatre performances and classes, and guest artist lectures and residencies.

Outdoor Sculpture

The UNI campus features many large outdoor sculptures, many as a result of Iowa Code 304A.10, which requires that one half of one percent of the budget for new or significantly renovated state buildings be devoted to the purchase of works of art.

Over the last thirty years, local and nationally-known artists have worked in various media to produce the large pieces scattered around campus. The installation of some pieces has provoked storms of critical reaction. Other pieces seemed to fit so well into the landscape that few people noticed them.

UNI Foundation

Every gift makes a difference at the University of Northern Iowa. Your generosity helps our students, faculty, staff and programs succeed.

Faculty & Staff Accolades

Carl Thurman, biology, received the James Lubker Faculty Research Award at the fall faculty meeting. In addition to UNI students and faculty, Thurman collaborates with scientists across the USA, as well as Europe and South America to produce novel scientific information.

Elaine Eshbaugh, applied human sciences, received the Class of 1943 Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching at the fall faculty meeting. Eshbaugh developed the only college course in Iowa on the topic of Alzheimer's and related dementias. She regularly mentors undergraduates in their research or has them involved with her own research team.

Robin Lund, associate professor of physical education, received the Class of 1943 Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching at the fall faculty meeting. Lund teaches a wide range of course work at the graduate and undergraduate level including research methods, statistics, anatomy and physiology and a variety of other courses in the movement and exercise science major.

Tim Gilson, educational leadership and postsecondary education, received the Ross A. Nielsen Professional Service Award at the 2014 fall faculty meeting. Gilson’s contributions to education include preparing principals in Iowa, advising MAE and doctoral students, and providing guest lectures on school law to UNI’s preservice teachers.

Announcements

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

Symposium in Arctic Research, Sustainability and Development

UNI and the Consulate General of Canada will host a research symposium and film screening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, March 9, in the Rod Library/UNI Museum. Refreshments will be served. Sessions are open to the public.

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

Cedar Valley Local Food Fair

Learn more about farmers' markets, orchards, u-picks, CSA farmers, bakeries, creameries, meat lockers, breweries and wineries that feed Northeast Iowa. Meet the farmers and producers, try samples and get recipes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 14, at the Waterloo Center for the Arts. Lunch, coffee and tea will be available for purchase in the Arthouse Café.

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

Film screening: 'Abrazos'

Internationally acclaimed director Luis Argueta will screen his film Abrazos at 7 p.m., Monday, March 9, in 108 CAC. The film is the second in Argueta's trilogy of documentaries about immigration. The film is in Spanish and English with subtitles. This event is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

How your colleagues are flipping and blending their courses

Brian Warby, Roberta Roth and Kim Cline-Brown will present their experiences incorporating different kinds of technology to create flipped and blended courses at 2 p.m., Friday, March 6, in 378 LIB. Three different faculty members will discuss their experiences at 3 p.m., Monday, March 30, in 378 LIB. For more information, visit the CETL's website.

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

UNI to host Iowa International Education Conference

The 3rd Annual Iowa International Education Conference will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, April 20, in Maucker Union. Lunch will be provided. The conference is open to students, faculty and staff from across Iowa. All areas of international education will be covered. More information is posted on the Iowa International Education Conference website.

Tuesday, Mar 3, 2015

Reminder: retiring access.uni.edu Web server

The access.uni.edu Web server will be retired May 30. It's been replaced with new, load-balanced servers that now house the majority of UNI's custom Web applications. If you have any links to access.uni.edu, contact Chad Wittrock to determine where those links should now point. Updates are posted online.

Monday, Mar 2, 2015

Discounted events at U.S. Cellular Center

UNI has teamed up with the U.S. Cellular Center to provide students, faculty and staff with discounts to several events: Pinnacle Combat, the Harlem Globetrotters, Monster Jam and Sesame Street Live: Let's Dance. To purchase discounted tickets, use the password UNI on any of the events that apply. This password can be used through any Ticketmaster outlet (additional convenience fees will apply) or charge-by-phone 800-745-3000.

Thursday, Feb 26, 2015

Retirement reception for Marilyn Drury

ITS-Educational Technology will host a retirement reception to honor director Marilyn Drury from 3 to 5 p.m., Thursday, March 5, in the Great Reading Room, SRL. Marilyn has been at UNI since 1999. Stop by and wish her well in her retirement. A short program will begin at 4 p.m.

Thursday, Feb 26, 2015

Professional development opportunity

The student affairs professional development committee will offer a learning opportunity "Worms, Phishing and other Slimy Stuff" from 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 3, in the CME. To find out more or to register, visit the student affairs website.

Thursday, Feb 26, 2015

Using puzzles in online teaching

Audrey Rule, curriculum & instruction, will present her Teach UNI project discussing how she has incorporated games and puzzles into her courses and how they affected student learning from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 3, in 378 LIB. For more information, visit the CETL's website.

Thursday, Feb 26, 2015

'Intro to Bb Learn 9' workshop

ITS-Educational Technology is offering an introductory workshop for those new to using Blackboard Learn or those who need a refresher. The workshop will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, March 10, in 102 SAB. Register online.

Wednesday, Feb 25, 2015

Free anxiety screening

A free, anonymous anxiety screening will be held at the Counseling Center (103 Student Health Center) on Wednesday, March 4. Sessions start on the hour at 11 a.m., and 1, 2 and 3 p.m. No registration is required. If you have questions, call 273-2676 or email Gretchen Honsell.